A level
Typical offer
AAA or A*AB
AAA or A*AB in three A levels including A in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics.
Read more about our approach to A levels and AS levels.
Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level (unless studied alongside A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone). Read more about our approach to this qualification.
A level
Contextual offer
ABB
ABB in three A levels including B in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics.
Our contextual offers were updated in October 2024 for September 2025 entry.
We seek to foster an outstanding and inclusive community at Bath. As part of that, we make reduced contextual offers to applicants from backgrounds who have historically been less likely to join us.
Find out if you may be eligible for a contextual offer.
Contextual offers are automatic - if you receive an offer and meet our eligibility criteria, you will receive the contextual offer instead of our typical or alternative offers.
Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level (unless studied alongside A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone). Read more about our approach to this qualification.
A level
Alternative offer
AAB
We know that you may have study beyond three A levels that will help prepare you for your degree. If you are not eligible for a contextual offer, we recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
AAB in three A levels including A in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics plus one of:
- grade A in an EPQ or IEPQ
- grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
- grade B in AS level Mathematics or Statistics (except if you are studying an A level in that subject)
- grade B in a fourth A level, where your four A levels include A level Mathematics or Statistics
- an appropriate grade in any other project qualification we recognise
The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales is not accepted in place of an A level for these offers. If you are studying three A levels and this qualification you are eligible for an alternative offer:
AABB in three A levels and the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales including A in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics
If you receive an offer, you will receive each alternative offer you qualify for alongside the typical offer. You only need to meet one of these sets of conditions to meet your offer overall.
Read more about how our alternative offers work.
International Baccalaureate
Typical offer
6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 at HL
International Baccalaureate Diploma
36 points overall and 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in one science or mathematics subject.
We accept the following Higher Level science or mathematics subjects for this course:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches or Applications & Interpretations
- Physics
- Psychology
- Sports, Exercise and Health Science
Read more about how we consider the IB Diploma.
Standard Level in science
If you are not studying one of the required science subjects at Higher Level we may be able to consider a Standard Level subject in its place. In this case the typical offer is 36 points with 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects plus 7 in one Standard Level science or mathematics subject.
We cannot consider Standard Level Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations in place of a Higher Level science subject.
We consider applicants studying the IBCP on a case-by-case basis based on the individual IB certificates and vocational qualifications you study within the programme. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider IB Certificates and common vocational qualifications.
For this course you will typically need to study a science or mathematics course from our accepted list (see IB Diploma requirements) at Higher or Standard Level or sufficient science content in your vocational study.
International Baccalaureate Certificates
If you are studying IB subjects as part of the IB Diploma, you will usually need to complete the full diploma programme to be considered.
If you do not follow the IB Diploma programme, we can consider stand-alone IB Higher Level Certificates either on their own or combined with other qualifications. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider IB Certificates.
Your qualifications will need to include sufficient science content.
International Baccalaureate
Contextual offer
6, 5, 5 at HL
International Baccalaureate Diploma
36 points overall and 6, 5, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 5 in one science or mathematics subject.
Our contextual offers were updated in October 2024 for September 2025 entry.
We accept the following Higher Level science or mathematics subjects for this course:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches or Applications & Interpretations
- Physics
- Psychology
- Sports, Exercise and Health Science
We seek to foster an outstanding and inclusive community at Bath. As part of that, we make reduced contextual offers to applicants from backgrounds who have historically been less likely to join us.
Find out if you may be eligible for a contextual offer.
Contextual offers are automatic - if you receive an offer and meet our eligibility criteria, you will receive the contextual offer instead of our typical or alternative offers.
Standard Level in science
If you are not studying one of the required science subjects at Higher Level we may be able to consider a Standard Level subject in its place. In this case the contextual offer is 36 points with 6, 5, 4 in three Higher Level subjects plus 6 in one Standard Level science or mathematics subject.
We cannot consider Standard Level Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations in place of a Higher Level science subject.
Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF
Typical offer
DDD
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (RQF)
We are able to consider the following BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas (RQF):
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Sport and Exercise Science. You must be studying and achieve a Distinction in at least two of the following units: 1, 2, 3, 5 or 7.
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Applied Science.
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Health and Social Care (Health Studies). You must be studying and achieve a Distinction in least two of the following units: 3, 11, 13 or 24.
If you are studying towards a BTEC qualification in Sport or another subject-area, we are only able to consider an application from you if you are also studying an A level in Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics. You may also wish to consider our Sport Management and Coaching or Health and Exercise Science courses.
We prefer you to have achieved grade 6 or B in GCSE English, Maths and science qualifications.
Read more about our approach to Extended Diplomas.
BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates
We accept Level 3 Diplomas and Extended Certificates alongside A levels or in combination with each other. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates.
Your qualifications will need to include sufficient science content.
Pearson Edexcel BTEC QCF
Typical offer
D*DD
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF)
We are able to consider the following BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas (QCF):
D*DD in a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) in Sport and Exercise Science, Applied Science and Health and Social Care (Health Sciences). You must be studying and achieve a Distinction in at least 7 science-related units.
If you are studying towards a BTEC qualification in Sport or another subject-area, we are only able to consider an application from you if you are also studying an A level in Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics. You may also wish to consider our Sport Management and Coaching or Health and Exercise Science courses.
We prefer you to have achieved grade 6 or B in GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications.
BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates
We accept Level 3 Diplomas and Extended Certificates alongside A levels or in combination with each other. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates.
Your qualifications will need to include sufficient science content.
OCR Cambridge Technical
Typical offer
D*DD plus grade A in one A level
Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
D*DD in the Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma plus grade A in one science or maths A level
If you are studying towards a Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma, we are only able to consider an application from you if you are also studying an A level in Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics.
We prefer you to have achieved grade 6 or B in GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications.
Cambridge Technical Diplomas and Extended Certificates
We accept Level 3 Diplomas and Extended Certificates alongside A levels or in combination with each other. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider OCR Cambridge Technical Diplomas and Extended Certificates.
Your qualifications will need to include sufficient science content.
T levels are not considered suitable preparation for this degree programme and are therefore not accepted for entry. If you require advice on how you may academically prepare to study this degree or present with a mix of qualifications, you should contact our Admissions Progression Team at admissions-progression@bath.ac.uk.
Scottish Highers
Typical offer
AA in Advanced Highers
AA in two Advanced Highers including one science or mathematics subject.
Psychology is accepted as a science subject for this course.
We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved at least AAAAB in their Highers.
Read more about how we consider Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Typical offer
36 credits at Distinction
A pass in the Access to HE Diploma with at least 36 credits achieved at Distinction and 3 credits achieved at Merit or above. This must include at least 12 credits achieved at Distinction in a science subject.
We are able to consider the Access to HE Diploma for entry. You should be studying graded units worth at least 12 credits (preferably more) in at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics).
Suitable applicants progressing via this route will be invited to interview as part of the admissions process.
Combinations of qualifications
Typical offer
We accept a range of other qualifications offered in UK, as well as combinations of typically studied qualifications (such as A levels and BTECs). You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider UK qualifications.
To be considered for this course, your combination of qualifications must include sufficient science content.
You can contact us at admissions@bath.ac.uk for more advice.
NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity
Typical offer
D* plus grade A in one A level
D* in the NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity plus grade A in one science or maths A level
If you are studying towards a NCFE qualification in Sport and Physical Activity, we are only able to consider an application from you if you are also studying an A level in Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics.
We prefer you to have achieved grade 6 or B in GCSE English, Maths and Science qualifications.